Online Make Up Games Offer Fun with Cosmetics

Copyright (c) 2010 John Howell

Whether you're bored at work or just looking for a way to distract a young child at the computer, these hilarious and fun make up games will have you reaching for your cosmetics bag!

Car Make Up - this game is more than just a novelty, it's a word of caution. In this make up game, the object is to steer your car down a city street and apply your makeup at the same time.

The premise is that you're in a hurry to get somewhere and didn't have time to apply makeup at home so you decide to put it on while driving. (Note: for your own safety and the safety of others, please don't do this. Ever.)

You must click on different makeup options to have them applied to your face as the car occasionally bumps into hazards or hits the side of the road.

Also, if you choose the wrong color, you could end up with green blush or pink eye shadow on your lips. The fewer hazards you hit, the more your score goes up. Let that be a lesson for real life, girls.

Makeover games - There are a variety of these online, but some of the best for young girls feature cartoon characters basically playing dress up with makeup instead of clothes.

These make up games let young girls choose from a variety of looks like "beach makeup" or "supermodel makeup". Girls then simply click and drag the makeup colors over to their avatar to try out a variety of looks.

Make up games that feature clothes and hairstyle options seem like they'd be most appealing to a little girl.

Hey, Mom, it's better than cleaning up after she raids your makeup drawer and closet, right? Just search for makeup games next time your little one wants to get online.

Virtual makeovers - Think of these as make up games for grown-ups! Available at any one of the major fashion and style magazines websites, virtual makeovers can be a great way to find a new hair or makeup look.

All you have to do is upload a photo of yourself and then click through all the available options. Want to see how a super short haircut would look without committing to it? This is the perfect compromise.

Some of the better virtual makeovers and make up games will also let you try a celebrity's entire hair and makeup look and change the hair color to your exact specifications.